Sermons on Self Righteousness:

Knowing That We Are Saved - Part #2 Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Dec 21, 2009

This sermon lists for us the remaining of the 6 TESTS that John lists for us as evidence that we are indeed BORN AGAIN. If we do not pass these TESTS then we are in SPIRITUAL TROUBLE.

Sermons from the Book of 1 John Knowing the We Are Saved -- Part 2 Scripture Ref: I John 5:13 Introduction: Last Sunday morning I began a SERIES of MESSAGES from the N. T. BOOK of 1 JOHN. In 1John 5:13 JOHN shares with us his PURPOSE of WRITING this EPISTLE. I John 5:13 ‘These things have I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13

Romans 3:21-31 Series

Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Dec 24, 2009

God’s grace, through Jesus Christ, by no means cheapens His righteous holy requirements. Rather, it shows just how demanding He is! There is NO HOPE for anyone fulfilling those requirements apart from Jesus. So, through Jesus and the Law, God has leveled

Outline for CBF August 2, 2009 Intro. I. Through Jesus the Father shows that His righteousness is in a class by itself! 22-23 A. It’s not just a “greater righteousness: it is “the only righteousness!” (take v. 21 together with vv. 19 & 20.) TS. God’s righteousness is greater! Paul, here, tells ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Romans 3:21-31 Series

Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Jan 3, 2010

God’s righteousness is completely unique. It cannot really be compared to man’s righteousness, since man’s isn’t righteousness at all. We need GOD’S righteousness! God’s righteousness in Jesus is so wonderful! Through Jesus we see just how extremely d

Outline for CBF August 2, 2009 Intro. I. Through Jesus the Father shows that His righteousness is in a class by itself! 22-23 A. It’s not just a “greater righteousness: it is “the only righteousness!” (take v. 21 together with vv. 19 & 20.) TS. God’s righteousness is greater! Paul, here, tells ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Purposing

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 30, 2014

How did Daniel have the power to do the right thing when everyone else was doing wrong? PURPOSING... he purposed in his heart. How do we "purpose"?

Purposing 605 BC – Babylon is new world superpower—King Nebuchadnezzar – Comes to Jerusalem, capital of Israel and defeats it but… Let’s it alone – except taxes and takes a few select young men of royal blood Puts them through intense deprograming … ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Home For Christmas - Pt. 3 - Code #3 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 16, 2020

Christmas is a special time of year! But do we know the code that could make Christmas feel like home rather than just a season?

Home For Christmas Pt. 3 - Code #3 I. Introduction We are glad to have Buddy with us today. Buddy was raised by elves and so he thought he was an elf until Santa tells him his is a human with a human father. So, Buddy goes to NY to find his dad and in the process, he saves Christmas because he ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6, Romans 3:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Rest For The Righteous Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

No one takes this literally and tries to stay awake 24 hours a day. What Paul means, he does mean very literally, and that is that the Christian must be always wide awake in his relationship to Christ. We must at all times, and in all places, be conscious that we are Christians

While I was visiting in the hospital one of the workers came in and a patient said, “Are you still working?” “Yes,” she said, “No rest for the wicked, and I guess I am awfully wicked.” We have all heard this at some time or another, but the thought came to me that it is ridiculous to apply that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6-11

Having A Heart After God

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Apr 14, 2020

Through this message we will unfold what will contaminate a pure heart as well as how to maintain one!

1. Why Is A Pure Heart Necessary? - The Lord can create within us a pure heart (Psalm 51:10) - The Lord is good those who have pure hearts (1b) - Those who have pure hearts will experience the blessings of The Lord 2. What ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Standard? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 13, 2020

Holiness is often misunderstood. It has been abused to try to enforce rules. So, what is Holiness? Is it possible? Why is it so difficult? Why does it seem to be such a mess?

Pt. 1 - What Standard? I. Introduction You can just say the name of the city and most people instantly, without any additional information, recognize what you are talking about. Canton, OH, Springfield, MA, Cooperstown, NY. Hall of Fame for football, basketball and baseball. These special places ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:44

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Team Sport Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 13, 2020

Holiness is often misunderstood. It has been abused to try to enforce rules. So, what is Holiness? Is it possible? Why is it so difficult? Why does it seem to be such a mess?

Pt. 2 - A Team Sport I. Introduction Last week we talked about the Hall of Fames that over 200,000 people visit annually to catch a glimpse of a glove or a helmet. Have you ever watched one of the induction ceremonies? Individuals stand on a stage receiving the honor of a lifetime and they spend ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

These Are The Days Of Elijah

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 20, 2021

Jesus seems to speak about two comings of Elijah, one that lies in the future “to restore all things” and another in their immediate past concerning John the Baptist, who would call the nation to repentance. Those days are here again!

1Ki 17:1 And Elijah the Tishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead, said unto Ahab, As the LORD God of Israel liveth, before whom I stand, there shall not be dew nor rain these years, but according to my word. 1Ki 18:17 ¶ And it came to pass, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said unto him, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1, 1 Kings 18:17-21

Denomination: Methodist

Addressed According To Your Dressing

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 2, 2021

The way you dress is the way you will be addressed. In our society today, decently dressed people get more respect than poorly dressed ones. It is the sane in the spiritual realm.

TEXT: Genesis 41:14, 42 "Then Pharaoh sent and called Joseph, and they brought him hastily out of the dungeon: and he shaved himself, and changed his raiment, and came in unto Pharaoh. And Pharaoh took off his ring from his hand, and put it upon Joseph's hand, and arrayed him in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:42, Ephesians 6:12-18, Zechariah 3:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Powerful Message Of Paul's Letter To The Romans Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 25, 2019

Paul's letter to the Romans is an occasional letter. What was the situation facing the church in Roman that caused Paul to pen one of the most amazing presentations of the gospel of God? In sermon, we investigate the background to Paul's letter to the Romans.

A. In the year 386 A.D. a young professor of rhetoric named Aurelius Augustinius was wasting his life away in dissolution and debauchery. 1. Then one day, he happened to pick up a Bible, which just happened to fall open to the book of Romans, where his eye just happened to fall upon Chapter 13, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Plan Of Eternal Salvation

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 15, 2022

Salvation is a simple as A-B-C and D. Acknowledge in the head; Believe in the heart; Confess with the mouth; and Demonstrate in the lifestyle. Romans 10 Reveals God's plan to all!

God’s Plan of Salvation by Faith Romans 10:1-17 “Dear brothers and sisters, the longing of my heart and my prayer to God is for the people of Israel to be saved. 2 I know what enthusiasm they have for God, but it is misdirected zeal. 3 For they don’t understand God’s way of making people right with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-17, Hebrews 1:1-2, John 14:6, Acts 4:12

Denomination: Methodist

Elizabeth Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 23, 2022

Mary, a virgin, betrothed to a man called Joseph after being informed by an angel who told her that she would conceive by the Holy Spirit and bring forth a son called Jesus. She was also informed that her "relative Elizabeth" had begun her sixth month of pregnancy.

Elizabeth Elizabeth was obedient to God's commands throughout her life. Biblical narrative. According to the Gospel of Luke chapter 1, Elizabeth was "of the daughters of Aaron." She and her husband Zachariah were "righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

It's Time To Put On Your Praise

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 11, 2020

Praise is a powerful means of grace that God has given the church that can lift us from our problems into His Presence.

It Time to Put on Your Praise! Introduction: TEXT: Psalm 32:1-2, 11 {A Psalm of David, Maschil.} Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. 2 Blessed is the man unto whom the LORD imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no guile... 11 Be glad in the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal